You have a filter bubble. I have a filter bubble. Social media and web companies determine what we view. That scares me, does it scare you? Why do we let algorithms control our lives? What are the consequences of letting someone else direct your course?

Presentation defines information literacy and explains the five main components: identify, find, evaluate, apply, and acknowledge.

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This prezi explains what information literacy is and illustrates what an information literate student can do both in school (eg. "the academic world") and out (eg. "the real world"). Are you information literate?

An information and digital literate person needs to stay organized; to do that you need to learn what social bookmarking is and how it can help you stay on track. This wiki (WebTools4u2use) will guide you through the process.

Now more than ever, students need to understand the basics of social media and how it can affect their future both negatively and positively.

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This article is directed at teachers; however, I want you to read this article and discuss whether or not you agree with the author's findings. Are these 6 things what YOU really need to know about social media?

Over the course of the next week we will be starting a project that focuses on researching and highlighting innovation in education and technology. We will use the TED format to present our findin...

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This student project will truly demonstrate how information literate and digitally literate you are. When you are done you will present your research in the form of a TED Talk. I look forward to seeing your presentations! Squeeeeeeeee!

A digitally literate student uses a variety of Web 2.0 tools. This wiki has digital tools for collaborating, organizing, writing, drawing, researching, presenting, and mapping. Test drive a digital tool today! Own it like a boss.

When evaluating information from the Internet you need to know what to look for. The CRAAP test is quick and easy way to assess whether or not a source is current, relevant, authoritative, accurate and purposeful. Test to see if your source is CRAAP or not.

Sharing your scoops to your social media accounts is a must to distribute your curated content. Not only will it drive traffic and leads through your content, but it will help show your expertise with your followers.

Integrating your curated content to your website or blog will allow you to increase your website visitors’ engagement, boost SEO and acquire new visitors. By redirecting your social media traffic to your website, Scoop.it will also help you generate more qualified traffic and leads from your curation work.

Distributing your curated content through a newsletter is a great way to nurture and engage your email subscribers will developing your traffic and visibility.
Creating engaging newsletters with your curated content is really easy.